Tag: Governance
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How not to decentralise : accountability and representation in health boards in Tanzania
Abstract: This paper investigates issues of representation of and accountability to users of public services in local management structures. The study challenges the assumption that user representation in health governance structures helps to make services better adjusted to their needs. Author(s): Boon, Suzan Source(s): , SNV publications; H0702-08 24 p., ill., tabs SNV publications H0702-08…
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Literature review of governance and secure access to land
Abstract: This review summarizes key findings from research into the governance issues of security of land tenure and distributional inequalities over land. It indicates research findings on effective ways to build capacity, accountability and responsiveness of the institutions governing access to land. Author(s): Palmer, Robin Source(s): , 35 p. Published: 2007 University of Birmingham]. Governance…
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Entre désespoir et espoir : les défis de la gouvernance et de la décentralisation dans la réalisation des investissements publics locaux au Cameroun
Abstract: The decentralization of the planning and implementation of government-funded infrastructural development projects in Cameroon is examined, using the cases of 5 local governments. There is increasing willingness to enhance the governance of the system, but the results so far have been mixed. Author(s): Dongmo Tsobzé, Albert; Hilhorst, Dorothea H.M.; Minla Mfou’ou, Jeanot Source(s): ,…
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Public expenditure tracking in Tanzania at district-level : effects on local accountability
Abstract: This paper shows that Public Expenditure Tracking Surveys (PETS) improves accountability and responsiveness of local governments in Tanzania, but much needs to be done to increase efficacy, efficiency and impact. Author(s): Graaf, Kees De Source(s): , SNV publications; H0702-07 20 p SNV publications H0702-07 Published: 2007 SNV Netherlands development organisation, The Hague (English ISBN/ISSN:…
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Multi-donor support to civil society and engaging with ‘non-traditional’ civil society : a light-touch review of DFID’s portfolio
Abstract: A study of multi-donor models support of ‘non-traditional’ civil society to scale up civil society engagement, including that of local government associations, with the state for enhanced governance and poverty reduction was carried out in Latin America and Asia. Author(s): Tembo, Fletcher; Wells, Adrian; Sharma, Bhavna; Mendizabal, Enrique Source(s): , 66 p., ill., maps,…
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ANSA-Africa : Affiliated network for social accountability
Abstract: ANSA-Africa advocates citizen involvement in demand-side governance initiatives, supports social accountability initiatives and programmes, and promotes capacity development to encourage the use of means to demand accountable governance. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2007 Affiliated network for social accountability (ANSA-Africa), Pretoria (English; French; Portuguese ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.ansa-africa.net/
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Decentralization and local governance in Asia and the Pacific
Abstract: The UNDP Regional Centre in Bangkok is engaged in 3 focal areas: (1) strengthening local democratic governance; (2) achieving the MDGs at the local level; and (3) decentralized governance in conflict and post-crisis situations. RDLG/1/9 Author(s): UNDP Source(s): , Published: 2007 United nations development programme (UNDP). Asia-Pacific regional centre, Bangkok [etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: /…
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Harmonisation and alignment strategies in the field of decentralisation and local governance : a review of country practices and experiences : Tanzania case study : international development partner harmonisation for enhanced aid effectiveness : final report
Abstract: This study reviews experiences and strategies in harmonizing and increasing effectiviness in donor support to decentralization and local governance processes in Tanzania. It identifies lessons learned and future perspectives. Author(s): Hesselbarth, Susanne; Hansen, Finn; Olsen, Hans Source(s): , 58 p., ill., tabs Published: 2007 InWEnt]. Development partners working group on local governance and decentralisation…
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Local government discretion and accountability : a local governance framework
Abstract: The main objective of this report is to present a coherent and comprehensive approach for decentralizing countries to achieve a high degree of local government discretion accompanied by robust accountability mechanisms. Author(s): Yilmaz, Serdar Source(s): , Report / World bank; 40153 xi, 141 p., ill., graphs, tabs Report / World bank 40153 Published: 2007…